Constant texting and calling:
Dr. Durvasola mentions that narcissists use constant texting and calling to maintain control over you. They’re casting a web to keep you trapped in their drama. When your phone constantly rings with their messages, it’s hard to focus on anything else. It’s almost like they’re pulling you into their little world, where their needs and wants take center stage. And the more they can keep you wrapped up in their messages, the less likely you are to have time for yourself or to think about what’s best for you. This behavior can also stem from their need for attention and validation. Dr. Malkin explains that narcissists crave constant attention to boost their fragile self-esteem. By bombarding you with messages and calls, they’re fishing for compliments and reassurance that you’re always there for them.
Taking Pictures or Recording Videos During Your Intimate or Private Activities
Imagine having a personal cozy moment with someone—maybe a romantic partner, a close friend, or by yourself. It’s a time when you’re being your true, unguarded self. Imagine someone swooping in and starting to capture that moment without your permission. Not a great feeling, right? Psychologists say this behavior could stem from a narcissist’s need for attention and control. They might want to show off or brag about their lives, and using your private moments could be a way for them to boost their image. It’s like they’re using your experience to make themselves look good.
Public Shaming:
Narcissists might use their phones to play nasty mind games like public shaming. They take your private stuff and throw it out online for everyone to see, to embarrass and control you. Psychologists say narcissists do this to boost their ego. By putting you down in public, they’re trying to make themselves look better in comparison. Dr. Malkin dives into the idea of narcissists craving admiration. By humiliating you publicly, they might get the instant rush of attention and control they want.
What Happens When You Don’t Care What The Narcissist Thinks
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